James Blanchard

James Blanchard writes for VinAudit.com which provides an inexpensive instant car history reports for second-hand cars in the United States. VinAudit is an authorized consumer access service provider for National Motor Vehicle Title Information System(NMVTIS).

Planning a road trip? Taking your dog along can make the trip more enjoyable for everyone. Although it can be fun to have your furry friend come along for a car ride, it's important to make sure your pet stays safe when traveling in your car. These safety tips ensure that the next drive you take with your pet is as safe and comfortable as possible.

Loose, defective or failing spark plugs, or spark-plug wires can be the reason behind some major engine trouble. You can actually read your spark plugs for helpful indications about how your engine is working. Knowing it's the spark plugs can save you considerable time and money at the auto-repair shop. If your plugs show that something is seriously wrong with your engine, ask a professional for an opinion.

Are your headlights getting that yellow, foggy haze? Fogged headlight lenses not only make your car look worn out but also restrict the amount of light illuminating the road in front of you. As time passes, the headlight plastic scrapes and fades. Save money over expensive replacements, fix them yourself, it's quick, simple and easy best of all anyone can do it without special training or tools.

Thinking of going on a road trip in the near future? Before you do so, you should have a look at your car to be certain that it is in good condition and running smooth. This will help you to drive safe and avoid any breakdowns or mechanical issues. Let's look at most of the auto maintenance related problems you could possibly encounter on a road trip and what you might do to prevent them.

Tires are actually a vehicle's most important safety feature since they are a vehicle's only contact with the road. Finding the right tires for your vehicle is a crucial decision. Choosing the right tire depends on your vehicle, your driving style and the conditions you'll be driving in. What kind of tire should you look for? Here are some factors to consider:

In terms of vehicle safety, the brake system is at the top of the list, so have your brakes inspected by a car service professional at least once a year. Understanding the key warning signs that your brakes may require maintenance will go a long way toward keeping you and others safe on the road.

Cars are complicated machines and there are many things that can go wrong with them but car repair shops often see the same repairs repeatedly. Car repairs are rarely cheap, but with proper maintenance of the car you can minimize the cost and frequency of repairs. Here are the ten most common car repairs that repair shops fixed:

Maintaining your car seats clean will not only keep your car looking nice, it can help hold its resale value. The type of seats you have will determine the cleaning method you should use. With some basic products and some time, you'll have your seats looking as clean as the day you drove the car off the lot.

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